Jon Van Ness
Born in Summitville, Indiana. A 1976 graduate of Butler University, he honed his acting skills at Christian Theological Seminary Reportory Theater at Butler. He was active in many Indiana venues including The Brown County Playhouse, The Black Curtain Dinner Theatre, and Starlight Musicals. Moved to New York and then Hollywood. His biggest break was his appearance in "Brubaker" where he became friends with Robert Redford. This led to his role in "The Natural."
Acted in
Forgotten
2022
as Henry Downs
Ultra Violet Vengeance: The Talent & Technicians of X-Ray
2022
as Himself
Q-4: Dream Corporation
2018
Supernatural
2005
as Creedy
The West Wing
1999
as Andrew
Scorpio One
1998
as Banner
Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction
1997
as Roger (segment "Buenos Dias")
Trial by Fire
1995
as Det. Morgan
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman
1993
as Wick
From the Files of Joseph Wambaugh: A Jury of One
1992
as Rudy Karlotts
Rage and Honor
1992
as Talbot
Alligator 2: The Mutation
1991
as Officer Trimble
Tune in Tomorrow...
1990
as Brent Moconnochie
Sunset
1988
as Director
Let's Get Harry
1986
as Mickey
The Hitcher
1986
as Trooper Hapscomb
Amazing Stories
1985
as Jim Bowie
The Natural
1984
as John Olsen
The Bostonians
1984
as Henry Burrage
Dagger Eyes
1983
as (uncredited)
In the Custody of Strangers
1982
as Corky
Hospital Massacre
1981
as Jack
The Postman Always Rings Twice
1981
as Motorcycle Cop
Ruckus
1981
as Deputy Dave
Brubaker
1980
as Zaranska
Tourist Trap
1979
as Jerry
End of the World
1977
as Mr. Sanchez
M*A*S*H
1972
as "Truman"